Esteemed local nonprofit Grant a Gift Autism Foundation – Ackerman Center hosted its 12th annual Grant A Gift Gala underneath the sparkling lights on the Allegiant Stadium field on Thursday (10/20) evening. The charity’s biggest fundraising event of the year was a huge success, with over 845 attending supporters who raised an astounding 2 million in donations … [Read more...] about 12th Annual Grant a Gift Gala Raises Two Million Plus Surprise One Million Dollar Pledge from MGM Resorts International
Fundraising
Las Vegas Great Santa Run Registration Now Open
Register today for the in-person or virtual event! Registration for the Las Vegas Great Santa Run – the most wonderful fun run of the year – is now open! The race is returning to Downtown Las Vegas for its 18th year with a hybrid format, offering runners around the world two options to support Opportunity Village: a full-capacity in-person race on Saturday, Dec. 3, 2022, … [Read more...] about Las Vegas Great Santa Run Registration Now Open
Communities in Schools of Nevada Presents Today for Tomorrow Annual Fundraising Gala at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, Oct. 15
Event will honor Shannon and Bill McBeath for their philanthropic contributions to the nonprofit and Las Vegas community Communities In Schools of Nevada (CIS), the fifth largest state office of the nation’s leading dropout prevention organization, presents the return of its annual gala, Today for Tomorrow, on Saturday, Oct. 15 at The Chelsea inside The Cosmopolitan of Las … [Read more...] about Communities in Schools of Nevada Presents Today for Tomorrow Annual Fundraising Gala at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, Oct. 15
Larry Flynt’s Hustler Clubs and Go Best Implement ‘Nudity for Humanity’ Campaign to Benefit Hurricane Ian Relief Efforts
Essentials Such As Diapers, Baby Wipes, Water and Non-Perishable Food Items Will Be Sourced And Shipped To Victims In Florida Larry Flynt’s Hustler Clubs nationwide in partnership with Go BEST, the entertainment, solutions and technologies company that represents dozens of businesses across the nation, including many Larry Flynt's Hustler Clubs, are implementing a Nudity … [Read more...] about Larry Flynt’s Hustler Clubs and Go Best Implement ‘Nudity for Humanity’ Campaign to Benefit Hurricane Ian Relief Efforts
Jacqueline Nguyen Elected First Nevada President of the American Medical Association Alliance
Jacqueline Nguyen, Esq. is the first Nevadan to be elected to the president role of the American Medical Association Alliance (AMA Alliance), the nation’s largest organization dedicated to representing physician families. Elected in June, Nguyen is also the first president of Southeast Asian descent to lead the organization in its 100-year history. Nguyen has hit the ground … [Read more...] about Jacqueline Nguyen Elected First Nevada President of the American Medical Association Alliance
Boo-A-Thon Bowling Tournament for Junior Achievement on Oct. 15 & 16 – Costumes, Prizes & More
Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada Bringing Back Halloween Themed Bowling Tournament A fun lead-up to Halloween, Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada is hosting the return of its Boo-A-Thon Bowling Tournament on Saturday, Oct. 15 and Sunday, Oct. 16, 2022 at the Santa Fe Station Bowling Center. Participants can choose from two sessions on Saturday, 10 a.m. to noon or 2 … [Read more...] about Boo-A-Thon Bowling Tournament for Junior Achievement on Oct. 15 & 16 – Costumes, Prizes & More
Local Las Vegas Pastry Chef Keris Kuwana Brings Home Top Dessert Prize from Girl Scouts of Southern Nevada Dessert before Dinner Gala
Dessert Before Dinner Crowns New Champion While Raising Nearly $600,000 for Future Female Leaders Beloved local pastry Chef Keris Kuwana of Keris.Sweets brought home top honors Friday, August 26 from Girl Scouts of Southern Nevada’s Dessert Before Dinner annual event. Competing against some of the city’s top female chefs, Kuwana’s Pot de Fleur beat out four other Thin Mint … [Read more...] about Local Las Vegas Pastry Chef Keris Kuwana Brings Home Top Dessert Prize from Girl Scouts of Southern Nevada Dessert before Dinner Gala
Super Summer Theatre Celebrates 45th Anniversary with Retro 45
Gala and Show to be Held at the Boman Outdoor Pavilion in Spring Mountain Ranch State Park Super Summer Theatre (SST) will conclude the 2022 Summer Season with RETRO 45 – a celebration of SST’s first 45 years presenting affordable, family-friendly entertainment under the stars with a gala and show on Thursday, September 15th. Originally scheduled for 2020 and … [Read more...] about Super Summer Theatre Celebrates 45th Anniversary with Retro 45
Local JDRF Chapter Hosts Free Type 1 Diabetes Educational Conference Aug. 20
The event is open to those with type 1 diabetes, as well as their families and caregivers, and features speakers discussing research advances, expert panels, and more DRF Desert West Chapter hosts the 2022 TypeOneNation Summit. This is the first time the event will be held in person since the start of the pandemic. The TypeOneNation Summit is an educational and … [Read more...] about Local JDRF Chapter Hosts Free Type 1 Diabetes Educational Conference Aug. 20
Charlie-Mike Foundation to Host Car Wash Fundraising Event Aug. 13
Proceeds to Help Veterans Secure Jobs after Military Service Charlie-Mike Foundation (CMF) announces it will host a car wash fundraising event to aid veterans after military service. With 100 percent of proceeds benefiting the foundation, funds raised during the event will be utilized to connect veterans with employment opportunities through skilled local … [Read more...] about Charlie-Mike Foundation to Host Car Wash Fundraising Event Aug. 13